Massive storm set to cripple eastern United States

Americans brace themselves for heavy snowfall and tornadoes

US authorities are warning that up to 75 million people may find themselves in the path of a massive storm system set to hit eastern states in the next 24 hours.

CNN reports that at least 30 million residents are under a "blizzard watch", with strong winds and up to two feet of snow expected to fall before the end of the weekend.

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